Managing High Cholesterol: Zocor for LDL Reduction - Expert Update

[crissy11]

Got back from the appt. He isn't as concerned with the count being 210 as he is with my LDL being 136 when the cutoff is 100. He wants me to go on Zocor to reduce it. He said that even with diet and exercise it wouldn't bring it down enough to where it needs to be.
I don't know.

 

[janetupnorth]

Look at it this way. It's at 210, it may have been there awhile or not for long. It's your decision so ask him if you can try 3 months of diet and exercise and re-test. If there isn't enough change then consider something.How does he know diet and exercise won't reduce it...that's dependent on each person...Marketing, sheer marketing. Do what YOU feel is right. If you want to diet and try that, do it, then consider the meds and if they are appropriate for you. They may be. But make it your decision.

 

[ChefBeckyD]

Google High Cholesterol, and avoid the sites sponsered by drug companies - you will find lots of help and info on how to lower your # without drugs. Despite what the medical mafia may say, it is possible to lower your # without drugs!

 

[The_Kitchen_Guy]

Sounds to me like he's on the take from Merck and the more Zocor he sells for them, the bigger boat he can buy next Summer.I'd get a second opinion after I told him I'm not taking Zocor.Oatmeal, red rice yeast, exercise. Check it again in 90 - 120 days.

 

[Intrepid_Chef]

I'm on Lovostatin. It has no side effects that I'm aware of and it's $4 a month so I'm happy.One or the other will help ... both is best!